Kyle Williams

New England Patriots 2013: 12-4, first in AFC East Last year in the playoffs: 2013 They're going all the way: Tight end Rob Gronkowski is (almost) back – he's still favoring his recovering right knee and is said to be 50/50 for the season opener against Miami. Regardless, Tom Brady finds a way to win no matter who's part of his supporting cast. The Patriots addressed their defensive shortcomings with some impressive additions, among them cornerbacks Darrelle Revis and Brandon Browner. Even with the 26th-ranked defense last season, New England still won 12 games. They're doomed: New England has an aging defensive front, notably with Vince Wilfork coming off...

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New England Patriots
2013: 12-4, first.
Last in playoffs: 2013.
They're going all the way: TE Rob Gronkowski is (almost) back — he's still favoring his recovering right knee and is said to be 50-50 for the opener against the Dolphins. Regardless, Tom...